Europe

With all the many exciting things to see and do in Amsterdam, it is no wonder that the city ranks as one of the world’s top tourist destinations.

A country of outstanding natural beauty, it is only fitting that Sweden‘s beautiful coastline and ancient forests are home to such fantastic cities.

Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland and the hub for most international travelers. If you’re visiting Iceland, you’ll almost certainly fly into Reykjavik.

Stockholm takes the cake when it comes to beautiful cities. Sitting on a sprawling archipelago within the Baltic Sea, the capital of Sweden comprises 14 different islands.

Nestled between two rugged mountain ranges, this lesser-known corner of the Iberian Peninsula is rich in natural beauty and timeless charm.

Europe is packed with 100s of little “wait, why don’t I live here?” gems that will make you want to pack your bag and leave your life behind.

Alpine lakes, elegant cities, and mountain-backed villages make this one of Italy’s most varied and rewarding regions to explore.

Few places capture the atmosphere of medieval Europe quite like this enchanting walled town.

Filled with wonderful old buildings, The Hague, known as Den Haag in Dutch, fits many visitors’ pre-conceived notions of how a city in the Netherlands should look.

With its rocky, indented shore and more than a thousand islands, Croatia boasts one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline that Europe has to offer.

While most people don’t make it past Rome and all its iconic, age-old landmarks, the rest of Lazio has just as much to see and do.

Surrounded by the Balearic Sea, the Bay of Biscay and the Alboran Sea, Spain is an obvious choice for beach vacations.

Rolling hills, Renaissance towns, and sweeping coastal views define this lesser-known region, where history and scenery blend seamlessly.

Picture a coastal town where terracotta rooftops tumble down to an azure harbor, cobblestone streets weave through centuries-old buildings, and the scent of fresh seafood drifts in on the sea breeze.

Some hotels exist purely for sleeping. These hotels exist because someone in the 19th century decided that ordinary hospitality wasn’t nearly enough.